King of Lesotho | |
---|---|
Incumbent | |
Letsie III since 7 February 1996 |
|
Details | |
Style | His Majesty |
Heir apparent | Lerotholi Seeiso |
First monarch | Moshoeshoe I (as paramount chief) |
Formation | 1822 |
This article list the monarchs of Lesotho (also known as Basutoland until 1966).
The Succession to the throne of Lesotho is laid down in Chapter V of the African kingdom's constitution. The current King is Letsie III.
Chapter V Article 45 of Lesotho's constitution reads that:
Royal Standard of Lesotho 1966–1987.
Royal Standard of Lesotho 1987–2006.
Royal Standard of Lesotho from October 4, 2006.